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The Sweaty Startup

Nick Hubersweatystartup.com
Want to build a successful business? Packed with the principles, strategies, and methods used to grow successful companies, The Sweaty Startup will help you make your vision a reality. Hosted by successful entrepreneur Nick Huber. Short, to the point and no fluff.

Episodes

400: How to Delegate with Nick Huber and Sieva Kozinsky

In this video Sieva Kozinsky and I discuss why delegation is the key to leverage and growth for all businesses. We talk about how we’ve personally used https://www.somewhere.com to hire 50+ employees over the last few years and how you can too. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: ...

Sep 12, 202413 minSeason 1Ep. 400

399: Set your site up for SEO and Win

In this clip, join Nick, and Barrett on how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. If you are interested in SEO for your company, check us out at https://www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my compa...

Sep 10, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 399

398: The Mindset Shift that Changed my Life

In this episode, I want to discuss one of the most important moments that changed the way I think and made the biggest difference in my life as an entrepreneur. This was some of the best advice I could have received! It not only brought me the greatest return on my investments but also helped me get to where I am today. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe her...

Sep 03, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 398

397: How self-doubt sabotages you

One of the toughest things about life is that if you have self-doubt, and insecurity and you think that you're not good enough, that manifests itself and holds you back so significantly. I know you are familiar with insecurity and that's what we're going to talk about in this episode. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want...

Aug 28, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 397

396: How I'm Building My Holding Company

In this clip, I talk with Chris Powers about how I'm building my holding company and all of my businesses Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hello on X: www.x.com/sweatystartup LinkedIn: www.l...

Aug 21, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 396

395: 8 Minutes of Rapid Fire Questions & Answers

Here’s a clip from a podcast that I did last year. I talk about building businesses, various challenges, what I’d do with more cash, productivity hacks, what traits you need to be successful, and more. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my...

Aug 14, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 395

394: Why Following Your Passion is The Wrong Way To Do Business

This is a clip from a podcast that I did last year. In it, I discuss why following your passion is the wrong way to do business. Instead, you should think about business more like a poker player that has to take calculated bets with the cards that you are dealt. You need to take the emotion out of business and chase opportunity now and your passions later. It’s a giant marshmallow test where you have delay gratification to get what you really want. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I thin...

Jul 31, 202410 minSeason 1Ep. 394

393: Why a High Stress Tolerance is Essential For Entrepreneurship

Stress is relative. Here’s why I’m no longer as stressed out when things get “hard” or go wrong in my business today. This is my story of one of the hardest moments in my early entrepreneurial career. At the time, I thought the experience would break me. Today, I'm incredibly grateful because a lot seems "easy" compared to that. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subs...

Jul 24, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 393

392: You Don’t Need To Reinvent The Wheel To Make Money as an Entrepreneur

New idea entrepreneurship is hard. Educating a market on a new way to live or work is hard. Raising money is hard. The risk is high and the odds of success are low. Here’s why you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to make money as an entrepreneur. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here...

Jul 18, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 392

391: How to Delegate The Right Way

In business, there are two levels of delegation. Tasks and decisions. Here’s exactly how you can go from level 1 delegation (tasks) to level 2 delegation (decisions) over time. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStar...

Jul 10, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 391

390: Why Making Money is a Good Thing

Everyone says that making money doesn’t matter until you want to buy a house or move to be closer to family or have a safe, functional car or eat where you want to eat or go on a vacation or a family member gets sick and needs help. Then money really matters a lot! This is my 2 cents on why making money is a good thing. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe her...

Jul 03, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 390

389: Why business friendly locations aren't always the best opportunities

You hear often, "Living in a business-friendly state, is an advantage". That's why a lot of entrepreneurs settle down in not too competitive location to start a business. However, business-friendly locations does not mean profit! Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.c...

Jun 21, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 389

388: Entrepreneurship isn't as fun as everyone thinks it is

Entrepreneurship isn't all glamour; it's about solving problems and dealing with constant challenges. I faced sleepless nights, overwhelming stress, and even a breakdown, but these experiences have shaped me and taught me invaluable lessons on this journey. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies?...

Jun 06, 202414 minSeason 1Ep. 388

387: How Does Google Rank Your Website?

This is a 10 minute clip from my recent workshop on how to get found on google with SEO. My business partner Barrett O'Neill explains how Google ranks companies and how to build enduring equity into your website/business through relevant backlinks. If you want to talk to my team about how SEO can supercharge your own business by using these strategies, just reach out to them here: www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essa...

May 31, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 387

386: How to build an SEO optimized website

This is a short clip from my recent workshop on how to get found on google using SEO. My business partner Simon Purdon explains how to build an SEO optimized website. He talks about links, content, and structure. If you want to talk to Simon about how SEO can supercharge your own business by implementing these exact strategies, just reach out to him here: www.boldseo.com Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth a...

May 24, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 386

385: How to Make Key Decisions and Manage Stress

Entrepreneurship involves a multitude of decisions, with some being critical and others more minor, but making mistakes is inevitable. The key lies in focusing on the core decisions that can make or break the company, managing expectations, and accepting that stress is an integral part of striving for success and taking risks. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscr...

May 16, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 385

384: How To Do Business on Easy Mode in 2024

These are the 3 things that you need to do business on easy mode in 2024. An audience, capital, and talent. If you have these 3 things, you can basically build anything you want faster and easier than ever before. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Wan...

May 10, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 384

383: My 9 Businesses & What They Do

In this short clip, I share a breakdown of my business portfolio. If you add up all the numbers and annualize out from this month’s metrics, we’re at about 44M in revenue and 282 employees. I also explain how my personal brand and content has fueled it all. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies?...

May 01, 20247 min

382: What to look for in a CEO

In this short clip, Sieva and I talk about what to look for in hiring a CEO. Sieva runs a fund/holding company that invests in and owns stakes in 20+ businesses. We both share the main traits that we look for when recruiting and placing CEOs into various companies within our respective portfolios. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/ne...

Apr 24, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 382

381: How to Hire Exceptional Talent in 2024

A great employee in the US is going to cost you $60-200K. But not everyone needs that when you get started. Here’s how entrepreneurs should hire in 2024. Start with a low cost, low risk hire in LATAM or the Philippines who can do great work for you for 50-90% less than US equivalents. If you are looking for one of these folks, go to www.supportshepherd.com and set up a call. I've hired 50+ with them and it's changed my life and career. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love...

Apr 17, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 381

380: Make Money without Reinventing the Wheel as an Entrepreneur

New idea entrepreneurship is hard. Educating a market on a new way to live or work is hard. Raising money is hard. The risk is high and the odds of success are low. Here’s why you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to make money as an entrepreneur. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here...

Apr 10, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 380

379: Why I Sold My First Business For 7 Figures & Started a Self Storage Company

Here’s the truth. My first business was tough! When I look back, I’m shocked at the amount of risk we took. But it gave me the foundation, cashflow, and the operational chops to do what was next which was building a large self storage portfolio. Here’s the story in a short clip. Listen to the full podcast with Kyle Mathews if you want the rest. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers...

Apr 03, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 379

378: How to scale your business from 0 $5M+ in revenue

This is my framework for how to scale your business from 0-$5M+ in revenue. I also talk about the importance of sales and why you need to master it if you want to become a successful entrepreneur. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my cont...

Mar 28, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 378

377: Delegation is the Key to Business Success

Learn why empowering employees to make decisions is vital for business growth. Discover how to shift your mindset and delegate effectively for success. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my content? I’m @SweatyStartup everywhere: Say hello...

Mar 20, 20248 minSeason 1Ep. 377

376: The Mindset Shift That Changed My Life

This is a story about the single biggest mindset shift that changed my life. After a year of chaos in 2012, my business partner Dan and I decided it was time to change. This is what we did to turn things around, reinvent our business, and then manage it toward a successful 7 figure sale. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter W...

Mar 13, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 376

Get Found on Google! SEO Workshop with Bold SEO

This event was brought to you by www.boldseo.com In this 1 hour workshop, Nick, Barrett, and Simon discuss how to get found on Google with SEO! They cover the fundamentals of link building and why it matters for growing SMB and RE businesses. In the episode, they discuss: -​How Google ranks companies ​-Organic rankings -​Map pack ​ -Off-page vs On-page SEO ​ -How to structure your web page to rank ​-The importance of Google Reviews and how to get them ​-Directory Listings ​ -Organic Links ​-GMB ...

Mar 08, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 376

Hiring and Delegation 101 with Nick Huber & Shaan Puri | Brought to you by SupportShepherd.com

This content was brought to you by supportshepherd.com In this 1 hour workshop, Nick and Shaan discuss the power of hiring, leadership, delegation, management and more to grow your business. Whether you work for yourself or are working to earn more money at your W2, Nick and Shaan explain why delegation is the key to leverage and growth. If you are interested in making a new hire for your team, check out www.supportshepherd.com to learn more. Thanks for watching! Like this video? I think you’ll ...

Feb 26, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 375

375: Smart Hiring Tactics for Success

In this clip, my friend Shaan and I share practical insights on effective delegation and hiring strategies. Learn how to shrink the gap between learning and doing, write job descriptions that attract the right candidates, and spot potential employees in everyday situations. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all...

Feb 22, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 375

374: Mastering Delegation and Hiring for Business Owners

In this episode, Shaan and I discuss the key to turning a job into a successful asset. We delve into the challenges of hiring and delegating, and how effective management can make all the difference in business growth and success. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber....

Feb 22, 202412 minSeason 1Ep. 374

373: How to Spot Opportunities and Make More Money

In this episode, Matthew and I discuss why delaying gratification is the key to success and how to spot good opportunities. We also discuss the biggest reason why people don't experience success. Thanks for listening! Like this episode? I think you’ll love my newsletter. I write a long form essay on how to build wealth and succeed to 250K+ readers each week. Subscribe here: www.nickhuber.com/newsletter Want to see all of my companies? Click here: www.nickhuber.com/portfolio Want more of my conte...

Feb 07, 20249 minSeason 1Ep. 373